About This Blog

My blog shares my recovery journey from childhood abuse to living with mental illness. I've been involved in twelve step groups and therapy since 1982. I accepted Jesus as my Savior in 1988. To the best of my ability, I have followed where He wants me to go and what He wants me to do. Maybe you'll find the hope and strength you need through what I write. Maybe you want to stop hurting yourself. Maybe you have a friend who needs help and can benefit from my story. I was newly disabled when I asked God this question: "What do you want me to do with my life?" I closed my eyes and paused for a few moments to still my mind. This is what I sensed from Him: "Amy, I want you to write your story to bring hope and healing to those who are still suffering." And that's exactly what I am doing!

Friday, May 24, 2013

Pain in the Back

Dear God,

As you know I've been struggling with severe back pain today.  I pushed through, including driving out to my psychiatrist's office.  I had to talk to him about a couple of things.

First, I asked him about the tiredness I've been feeling since the Effexer was increased.  He told me to split the dose am/pm and if that doesn't work just take it in the pm.  I hope that helps.

Second, I asked about the tremors in my hands and neck that cause a kind of tick.  He suggested Benedryl.  If that doesn't work I'm heading to a neurologist.

Day 2 - No self-injury.

I'm going to watch a movie then go to bed.

Lord, I so want to be with you.  Now and forevermore.

Love your daughter,
Amy Kathleen